Relating to a prohibition on the making of a campaign contribution by a person who is not a United States citizen.
HB 4312 prohibits non-U.S. citizens from knowingly making campaign contributions to Texas political candidates or committees. The bill adds Section 253.008 to the Election Code, directly affecting non-citizens who attempt to contribute to campaigns. It applies only to contributions made on or after its effective date (September 1, 2025), with prior contributions governed by existing law. The law does not restrict contributions from U.S. citizens, political committees, or other entities.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 1, 2025
Last action Apr 28, 2025
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6
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Committee
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Apr 28, 2025
Lower · Passed
Left pending in committee
lower
Apr 28, 2025
Lower · Passed
Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
lower
Apr 1, 2025
Committee
Referred to State Affairs
lower
Apr 1, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
4 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Caroline Harris Davila
RRepublican
P
Carrie Isaac
RRepublican
P
Dennis Paul
RRepublican
P
Terri Leo-Wilson
RRepublican
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